Leeds United go up against Aston Villa in Premier League 2022-23 at Elland Road on Sunday, October 2. The match will start at 9:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time).
Leeds United suffered a 5-2 defeat at the hands of Brentford in their previous game and are currently in 11th on the Premier League points table with two wins and a total of eight points. The Peacocks are unbeaten at home so far this season having won three of their four games in all competitions. Before losing to Brighton, the Whites drew 1-1 against Everton at home.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa have lost all four away games this season and have been in inconsistent form. Jacob Ramsey’s 41st-minute strike helped Villa beat Southampton 1-0 in their previous fixture at Villa Park. The visitors are 15th on the points table with seven points in seven games.
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Premier League 2022-23 odds
Bet365 odds: Leeds United: 2.35, Aston Villa: 3.00, Draw: 3.40
Betwinner odds: Leeds United: 2.295, Aston Villa: 3.05, Draw: 3.44
Betway odds: Leeds United: 2.25, Aston Villa: 3.10, Draw: 3.40
10CRIC odds: Leeds United: 2.39, Aston Villa: 3.01, Draw: 3.46
Note: Odds are subject to change. Please visit betting sites to check and confirm the latest odds.
Leeds United vs Aston Villa head-to-head
Aston Villa have the edge over Leeds United in this head-to-head record, winning 41 and drawing 31 out of their 104 games against each other. The Whites have won the remaining 32 games.
Aston Villa beat Leeds United 3-0 in their last encounter in the 2021-22 Premier League.
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Premier League 2022-23 squads
Leeds United: Joel Robeless, (goalkeeper) Illan Meslier (goalkeeper), Rasmus Kristensen, Robin Koch, Diego Llorente, Pascal Struijk, Tyler Adams, Marc Roca, Luis Sinisterra, Brenden Aaronson, Jack Harrison, Patrick Bamford, Rodrigo, Sam Greenwood, Joe Gelhardt
Aston Villa: Jed Steer (goalkeeper), Diego Carlos (goalkeeper), Robin Olsen (goalkeeper), Emiliano Martinez (goalkeeper), Lucas Digne, Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Calum Chambers, Tyrone Mings, Ashley Young, Jacob Ramsey, Douglas Luiz, John McGinn, Leon Bailey, Phillipe Coutinho, Ollie Watkins, Danny Ings, Cameron Archer
Leeds United vs Aston Villa probable starting lineups
Leeds United: Illan Meslier (goalkeeper), Rasmus Kristensen, Robin Koch, Diego Llorente, Pascal Struijk, Tyler Adams, Marc Roca, Luis Sinisterra, Brenden Aaronson, Jack Harrison, Patrick Bamford
Aston Villa: Emiliano Martinez (goalkeeper), Ezri Konsa, Calum Chambers, Tyrone Mings, Ashley Young, Jacob Ramsey, Douglas Luiz, John McGinn, Leon Bailey, Phillipe Coutinho, Ollie Watkins
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Premier League 2022-23 combined fantasy XI
Emiliano Martinez (goalkeeper), Robin Koch, Diego Llorente, Ezri Konsa, Calum Chambers, Marc Roca, Jacob Ramsey, Phillipe Coutinho, Ollie Watkins, Jack Harrison, Patrick Bamford
Leeds United’s top picks and players to watch vs Aston Villa in Premier League 2022-23
Jack Harrison: The 25-year-old has been in news regarding his transfer but for now, Harrison is an integral part of Leeds’ attacking line in the Premier League. The winger has scored only once this season but has managed to assist three times in six games. In his three seasons in the Premier League with the Peacocks, Harrison has contributed 17 goals and 12 assists.
Patrick Bamford: After a year of constant injuries, Bamford’s availability will certainly boost Leeds united ahead of their clash against Aston Villa. Bamford scored twice in the Premier League last season in nine appearances. The 29-year-old has netted a total of 19 goals for Leeds in the Premier League.
Aston Villa’s top picks and players to watch vs Leeds United Premier League 2022-23
Phillipe Coutinho: The Brazilian footballer scored thrice for his national side in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Coutinho is yet to make a mark in the Premier League this season and would be the player to watch out for from the Villa side. Before moving to Aston Villa last season, The winger also scored 17 goals in La Liga during his stint with FC Barcelona.
Ollie Watkins: The 26-year-old has contributed with one goal and two assists in the Premier League this season. The international break has given the forward enough time to prepare and he is expected to be Aston Villa’s go-to man at Elland Road.
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Premier League 2022-23 prediction
Leeds United are favourites to win against Aston Villa in the upcoming encounter, considering their record at home this season. The Whites also look a far more balanced side as compared to Aston Villa.
On the other hand, The Villans have historically done well against Leeds United and are likely to put up a fight. That said, Aston Villa have struggled in their away fixtures this season and will have a herculean task ahead of them.